Samuel Park war ein Romanautor, dessen Werke die komplexen Tiefen der menschlichen Psychologie und Beziehungen erforschten. Sein Schreiben zeichnete sich durch präzise Sprache und tiefen Einblick in die Motivationen seiner Charaktere aus. Park befasste sich oft mit Themen wie Verlust, Erinnerung und der Suche nach Identität. Seine Sachbuchbeiträge für die New York Times zeugen von seinem Geschick bei der Untersuchung komplexer Themen in Sachbuchform.
Die junge Soo-Ja will als Diplomatin die Welt bewegen, doch eine einzige falsche Entscheidung macht ihre Träume zunichte. Anstatt mit dem einfühlsamen Arzt und Freiheitskämpfer Yul fortzugehen, heiratet sie den charmanten Fabrikantensohn Min. Doch nach der Hochzeit muss sie erkennen, dass ihr frisch angetrauter Ehemann sie hintergangen hat: Sein Versprechen, mit ihr von Daegu die wachsende Metropole Seoul zu ziehen, löst er nicht ein. Stattdessen muss die kluge junge Frau wie eine Sklavin für ihre koreanischen Schwiegereltern schuften. Doch Soo-Ja kämpft für ihre Selbstständigkeit. Und immer wenn sie Yul begegnet, blitzt neue Hoffnung in ihr auf – die Hoffnung, irgendwann doch noch ihr Glück zu finden.
PRAISE FOR THE CAREGIVER BY SAMUEL PARK [A] luminous mother-daughter saga.
-ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY A beautiful testament to [Park's] extraordinary talents
as a storyteller. Park himself was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2014, in
his 30s, and died shortly after finishing this book-making this his final
novel. In prose that rings clear and true, Park shepherds his characters
through the streets of Copacabana to the posh hills of Bel Air. This is an
elegy that reads, in some moments, like a thriller-and, in others, like a
meditation on what it means to be alive...A ferocious page-turner with deep
wells of compassion for the struggles of the living-and the sins of the
dead.-KIRKUS REIVEWS (STARRED REVIEW) This moving posthumously published novel
by Park examines the relationship between a mother and daughter after years of
mutual misunderstanding...readers will relish the wistful yearning that Park
evokes. This beautiful novel is a moving meditation on the mutual dependence
and unbreakable bonds of family.-PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Visual, almost hypnotic
language creates a memorable story of what it means to truly care.-GOOD
HOUSEKEEPING This posthumously published novel by Samuel Park...jumps between
impoverished Copacabana and affluent Bel Air and considers, via a codependent
mother-daughter relationship, larger questions of family, identity and the
true meaning of caregiving. [Park's] lyrical voice is present in these
pages.-CHICAGO TRIBUNE Park's latest hauntingly examines the codependent
mother-daughter bond amid complicated layers created by the pursuit of
truth...Affecting.-BOOKLIST The heart of this coming-of-age tale lies in Ana's
stint as an accessory to rebellion, as she risks her life, provokes
overwhelming horror in Mara and blunders into trauma that will haunt them both
for the rest of their days...The backdrop of Brazil in political turmoil
deepens the suspense, and Park takes his time drawing out the truth of Ana's
actions and their consequences...Park's final novel hums with quiet importance
and thwarted promise.-SHELF AWARENESS I love Samuel Park, and I love the
stories he tells. The Caregiver is a rich and poignant tale of human nature at
its best and worst, depicted with elegance and compassion. -CURTIS SITTENFELD,
New York Times bestselling author of Eligible The Caregiver is a triumph, a
clear-eyed novel full of humanity and compassion and life. The threats of the
world are ever-present, but so is a brave and defiant endurance, a sense that
the heart can survive the worst defeats, the worst losses, the worst regimes.
Samuel Park was a treasure, and he has left us with one.-REBECCA MAKKAI,
author of The Great Believers A novel both gripping and tender, told through a
lyrical, thoughtful voice that enchanted me from the first page. Mara's unique
story would not let me go.-ELEANOR BROWN, New York Times bestselling author of
The Weird Sisters and The Light of Paris An addictive, propulsive read that is
both thoughtful and thought-provoking. Samuel Park writes with a gimlet eye
about love, life and death, able to pierce even the toughest of hearts.-NAMI
MUN, author of Miles from Nowhere The brilliant Samuel Park has left us a deft
and urgent masterpiece about life and death and all the things that make us
human. The Caregiver soars like a hymn, delivering heartbreak and joy and
lifting readers into a place of compassion and understanding that feels
entirely new. -JIM GAVIN, author of Middle Men and creator of AMC's Lodge 49
The book presents a historical account delivered at a joint meeting of pioneer associations in Ohio, celebrating the national anniversary in 1870. It explores the significance of American antiquities, highlighting the cultural heritage and early history of the region. The discussions reflect on the contributions of early settlers and the importance of preserving their legacy. Through this presentation, the author emphasizes the value of understanding and commemorating the past to inform the present and future of American identity.
Exploring the formation of pastoral identities, this book delves into the experiences of chaplains and counselors in complex clinical settings, including hospitals and multi-faith environments. Through narratives from various pastoral practitioners, it addresses the challenges they face in defining their roles amid institutional and interdisciplinary dynamics. The author provides insights into how these caregivers navigate their identities, offering valuable perspectives for those in the helping professions.
